1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 184 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | Tucson |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |