1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 577 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.
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, 2007 SsangYong Actyon (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Actyon 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Skylark | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |