1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Proton 400
To start off, 2003 Proton 400 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Proton 400. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 225 kg more than 2003 Proton 400. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton 400. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton 400 has manual transmission. 2003 Proton 400 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 | 2003 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Proton |
| Model | Skylark | 400 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
