1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Ford Taurus X
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus X 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus X (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 88 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus X.
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 Ford Taurus X (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Ford Taurus X | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Taurus X |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
