1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Because 1971 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 1971 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude, 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick Skylark | 1996 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2560 mm |
