1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 13 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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 298 kg more than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Skylark | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |