1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Veracruz weights approximately 740 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, 2012 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2012 Hyundai Veracruz | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Skylark | Veracruz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1946 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2804 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
