1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1984 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 270 kg more than 1981 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Strada. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Strada. 1984 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1981 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 1981 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Strada |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
