1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1984 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 129 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 633 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Jimny. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1984 Suzuki Jimny has manual transmission. 1984 Suzuki Jimny 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1984 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
