1972 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1998 Lancia Delta is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,722 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lancia Delta (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Skylark weights approximately 273 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Because 1972 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 1972 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Lancia Delta, 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, 1972 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (290 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Skylark | 1998 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | Delta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5722 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
