1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer
To start off, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer weights approximately 579 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 | 2001 Ford Urban Explorer | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Urban Explorer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |
