1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (164 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 300 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 2007 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Skylark | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |