1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 659 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
