1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1972 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Lancia |
| Model | Skylark | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
