1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 275 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | Forester |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
