1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 15 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Barchetta 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 | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Buick | Fiat |
| Model | Skylark | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
