1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Espace 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 50 more horse power than 1993 Renault Espace. (105 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Espace weights approximately 127 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Espace. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Espace 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 | 1993 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 77 L |
