1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 94 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lamborghini Urraco. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1975 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1975 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1975 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2460 mm |
