1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1526 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 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 2721 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |