1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1987 Porsche 944
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 944 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 5 more horse power than 1987 Porsche 944. (150 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Porsche 944. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 944 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1987 Porsche 944 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 1987 Porsche 944. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 944. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 944.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1987 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Skylark | 944 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
