1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Hyundai Galloper
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Galloper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark 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 57 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (98 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Galloper weights approximately 767 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 1999 Hyundai Galloper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Galloper will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Galloper. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Galloper has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Galloper 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 | 1999 Hyundai Galloper | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Skylark | Galloper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2476 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
