1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 10 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |