1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 13 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 820 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 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2003 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Skylark | Envoy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4158 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |