1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, 2008 Opel Signum is newer by 18 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 475 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, 2008 Opel Signum (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Skylark | Signum |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2957 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.5:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |