1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
