1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 525 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | F-150 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |