1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Venturi Coupe.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1991 Venturi Coupe has manual transmission. 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Buick | Venturi |
| Model | Skylark | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
