1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 Ford Fiesta.
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 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2013 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
