1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1990 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 135 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1990 Buick Skylark | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | Spider | Skylark |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |