1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 19 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (172 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 815 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, 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Chrysler Grand Voyager | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | Grand Voyager |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 75 L |
