1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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 63 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Skylark weights approximately 134 kg more than 2002 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2002 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 | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Civic |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
