1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Peugeot 307

To start off, 2003 Peugeot 307 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 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 14 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 307. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.

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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 307. (184 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 307.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Skylark 2003 Peugeot 307
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Skylark 307
Year Released 1990 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2259 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 1488 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 50 L


 

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