1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 320 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Verada (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1997 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Verada |
Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |