1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Ford F-150 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Ford F-150 (397 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 6310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 135 L |
