1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 17 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 457 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 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Equinox.
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1996 Buick Skylark | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Skylark | Equinox |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4771 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2857 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 71 L |