1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 512 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 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M 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 M | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Skylark | M |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |