1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1982 GMC Suburban. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1982 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 GMC Suburban weights approximately 907 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1982 GMC Suburban 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, 1982 GMC Suburban 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, 1982 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1982 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Skylark | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3300 mm |
