1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 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 96 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 358 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | 15 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
