1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2012 Ford Galaxy is newer by 22 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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 85 kg more than 2012 Ford Galaxy.
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, 2012 Ford Galaxy (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Galaxy has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Galaxy 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.
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1990 Buick Skylark | 2012 Ford Galaxy | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Galaxy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |