1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1974 Honda Civic
To start off, 1989 Buick Skylark is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 519 kg more than 1974 Honda Civic. 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 1974 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Civic |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2210 mm |
