1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 15 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 905 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 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Buick Rainier | |
Make | Buick | Buick |
Model | Skylark | Rainier |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |