1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. 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, 1995 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Skylark | J30 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2959 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |