1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Subaru XT
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru XT 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 21 more horse power than 1991 Subaru XT. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru XT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 163 kg more than 1991 Subaru XT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Subaru XT 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, 1991 Subaru XT 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru XT. (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1991 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Skylark | XT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 60 L |
