1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Steyr G-series 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 84 more horse power than 1980 Steyr G-series. (71 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1980 Steyr G-series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 397 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Steyr G-series. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Steyr G-series.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Buick | Steyr |
| Model | Skylark | G-series |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
