1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2012 Porsche Panamera 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Panamera (250 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2012 Porsche Panamera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche Panamera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Panamera (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2012 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Skylark | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1931 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1408 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
