1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 148 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Passat |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |