1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1981 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1986 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Skylark (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1981 Honda Ballade. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 385 kg more than 1981 Honda Ballade. 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Ballade. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Ballade. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1981 Honda Ballade has manual transmission. 1981 Honda Ballade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Skylark | 1981 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2330 mm |
