1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1982 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 230 kg more than 1982 Honda Prelude. 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1982 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Prelude |
Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1829 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 61 L |