1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 20 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 315 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, 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Skylark | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 57 L |
