1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 207 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer 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 | 1990 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Skylark | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
