1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth 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 64 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 173 kg more than 1991 Plymouth 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Buick | Plymouth |
| Model | Skylark | Laser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
