1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1994 Honda Legend
To start off, 1994 Honda Legend is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1973 Buick Skylark. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 55 kg more than 1994 Honda Legend.
Because 1973 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 1973 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Legend, 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Skylark | 1994 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Legend |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |