1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 407 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 Citroen C5 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Skylark | C5 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |