1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1993 Honda CRX
To start off, 1993 Honda CRX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1993 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 579 kg more than 1993 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Honda CRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda CRX. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 1993 Honda CRX | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | CRX |
Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |