1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 860 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Pajero |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2055 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |