1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (151 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 229 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Escape. (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Escape |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 12.3:1 |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |