1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 28 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1971 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 351 kg more than 1971 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1971 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Odyssey |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3010 mm |