1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 70 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 408 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Baleno has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Baleno 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 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Buick | Suzuki |
| Model | Skylark | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
