1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Ford Maverick
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Ford Maverick. (83 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford Maverick weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Because 1977 Ford Maverick 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 1977 Ford Maverick. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Maverick. (205 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1977 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Maverick |
Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |