1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Citroen C3
To start off, 1999 Citroen C3 is newer by 9 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Citroen C3. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Citroen C3. 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen C3. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1999 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Skylark | C3 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
