1986 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Skylark 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Skylark weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1986 Buick Skylark (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today 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 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Today |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |