1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1291 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Express |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2481 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 117 L |
