1984 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1984 Buick Skylark. (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 268 kg more than 1984 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Buick Skylark. (203 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Buick Skylark | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
