1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 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 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 245 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Skylark | 6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |