1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1966 Honda S600
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Honda S600 would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 Honda S600. (56 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1966 Honda S600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 571 kg more than 1966 Honda S600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Honda S600 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 1966 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Honda S600. (52 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Honda S600. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1966 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1966 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 1966 Honda S600 | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | S600 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 35 L |