1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 5968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 68 L |