2001 BMW 318 vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2001 BMW 318 is newer by 11 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 2001 BMW 318 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 2001 BMW 318. 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW 318 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:
| 2001 BMW 318 | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | BMW | Buick |
| Model | 318 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
