1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 481 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.
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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Buick | Chrysler |
Model | Skylark | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3040 mm |