1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2012 Ford Fusion is newer by 16 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, 2012 Ford Fusion (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Fusion weights approximately 193 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.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fusion. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2012 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Skylark | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
