1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1990 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta 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 30 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 130 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lancia Beta 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 1980 Lancia Beta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 1980 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Beta |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |