1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 121 kg more than 2009 Toyota RAV4.
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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |