1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, both 1996 Buick Skylark and 1996 Holden Nova were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1996 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 258 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova. 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Nova. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Holden Nova has manual transmission. 1996 Holden Nova 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 | 1996 Holden Nova | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | Skylark | Nova |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |