1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 449 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark 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 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
