1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Honda S2000
To start off, 2006 Honda S2000 is newer by 19 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, 2006 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda S2000 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda S2000. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda S2000 has manual transmission. 2006 Honda S2000 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 | 2006 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
