1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1987 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 180 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lamborghini Urraco 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 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. (211 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Lamborghini Urraco. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1970 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1970 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1970 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
