1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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 52 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 197 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Jeep |
Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |