2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 19 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo 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.
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2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | MiTo | Skylark |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2259 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |