1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 20 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 282 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2009 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Stream |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |