1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Because 2012 Infiniti EX 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 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Buick | Infiniti |
| Model | Skylark | EX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
