1986 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 1986 Buick Skylark.
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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 1986 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2004 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2004 Honda Civic 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 | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Civic |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
