1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Skylark | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |