1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1978 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Honda Prelude.
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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Prelude. (141 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1978 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
