1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1996 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 46 kg more than 1996 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Impreza 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Impreza. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Impreza. 1988 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1996 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Buick Skylark | 1996 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |