1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 587 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | V70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1782 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
