1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 274 kg more than 1989 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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1992 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Legend |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |