1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 5 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 102 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 213 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 2001 Nissan Moco 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Moco |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
