1984 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Skylark (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Skylark weights approximately 215 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Buick Skylark (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Skylark | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Buick | Suzuki |
Model | Skylark | Baleno |
Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |