1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2000 Ford Ka
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 10 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 89 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ka 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 | 2000 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Ka |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
