1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1977 Rover 2600
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Rover 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Rover 2600 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 19 more horse power than 1977 Rover 2600. (136 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1977 Rover 2600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Rover 2600 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1977 Rover 2600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Rover 2600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Rover 2600. (206 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Rover 2600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1977 Rover 2600 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Skylark | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1348 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
