1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 384 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2012 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Skylark | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1374 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 67 L |