1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 14 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 8 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 (217 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier. (203 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Cavalier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
