1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 24 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Element weights approximately 404 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.
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, 2011 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2011 Honda Element | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Element |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2576 mm |