1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 405 kg more than 1988 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |