1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 14 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 119 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.
Because 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
