1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 155 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 187 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Skylark | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 74 L |
