1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 261 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 74 L |
