2000 Acura Integra vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2000 Acura Integra is newer by 10 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, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura Integra weights approximately 385 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) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra 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:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | Integra | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
