1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2013 Nissan Cube 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Cube. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Cube. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 29 kg more than 2013 Nissan Cube. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 2013 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Skylark | Cube |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
