1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 17 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 73 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Aveo |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
