1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 36 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 789 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |