1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 8 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 318 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Skylark | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
