1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 268 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki SX4 has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
