1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 11 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 52 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Ford Econovan 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 2001 Ford Econovan. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Econovan |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |