1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Laguna 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 15 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 47 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Laguna. (182 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Laguna. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Laguna 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 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Skylark | Laguna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 115 L |