1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser 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 89 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 523 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Laser has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Laser 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 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
