1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 6 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2950 mm |