1987 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX 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 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | CRX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
