1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 96 kg more than 2008 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3344 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |