1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (175 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Buick | Land Rover |
| Model | Skylark | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
