1988 Buick Skyhawk vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, both 1988 Buick Skyhawk and 1988 Honda Legend were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skyhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 220 kg more than 1988 Buick Skyhawk. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skyhawk | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skyhawk | Legend |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
