1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 17 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Skylark | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 30 L |