1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2011 Renault Scenic is newer by 21 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Scenic weights approximately 25 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 2011 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2011 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
