1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2002 Chrysler 300 is newer by 12 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler 300 (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 438 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, 2002 Chrysler 300 (346 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2002 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
