1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 1995 Fiat Bravo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (80 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Bravo. (111 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Bravo. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 Fiat Bravo has manual transmission. 1995 Fiat Bravo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1995 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
