1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 354 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |