1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2007 Opel Tigra 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Tigra weights approximately 75 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 (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Tigra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Skylark | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
