1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 225 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1996 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 1996 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
