1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 39 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 47 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | CR-V |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |