1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1988 Lancia Hit is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lancia Hit (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | Hit |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2480 mm |
