1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 39 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Buick | Triumph |
| Model | Skylark | Renown |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
