1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1039 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.
Because 2013 Dodge DURANGO is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Skylark | DURANGO |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2172 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3042 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |