1998 Buick Signia vs. 1996 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1998 Buick Signia is newer by 2 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), 1998 Buick Signia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Signia (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Signia should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Signia weights approximately 417 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, 1998 Buick Signia (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Signia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Signia | 1996 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | Signia | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1323 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
