1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 17 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 589 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.
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, 2007 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Buick | Lancia |
Model | Skylark | Phedra |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1784 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |