1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan NP300 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
