1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Volvo V40
To start off, 1996 Volvo V40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Volvo V40. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo V40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo V40. (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo V40. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Volvo V40 has manual transmission. 1996 Volvo V40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1996 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Skylark | V40 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
