1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 32 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, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord, 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |