1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Outback (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Outback weights approximately 438 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Outback |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
