1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 17 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 476 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Legend |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |