1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2004 Seat Alhambra 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Alhambra (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 470 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 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Skylark | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |