1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Ford Escape
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Escape weights approximately 275 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.
Because 2002 Ford Escape 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, 2002 Ford Escape 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Escape has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Escape 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 | 2002 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Escape |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
