1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 7 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 700 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 1997 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Astro will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Astro has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Astro 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 | 1997 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Astro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
