1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 6 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 174 kg more than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |