1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 138 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Skylark | Passat |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 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 | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4769 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2712 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |