1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 6,192 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (563 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago weights approximately 460 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago (650 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2003 Lamborghini Murcielago | |
| Make | Buick | Lamborghini |
| Model | Skylark | Murcielago |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 6192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 563 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
