1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1989 Lancia Thema is newer by 16 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, 1989 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 295 kg more than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Thema, 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Thema. (225 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1989 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Thema |
Year Released | 1973 | 1989 |
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 | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |