1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Lancia K
To start off, 1997 Lancia K is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Lancia K is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia K (201 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia K should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia K weights approximately 321 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.
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, 1997 Lancia K (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia K will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1997 Lancia K | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | K |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
