1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (190 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1988 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 (226 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2001 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Buick | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Skylark | 166 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |