1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (239 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 4664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |