1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 21 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Skylark weights approximately 83 kg more than 2010 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Skylark | 2010 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3344 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1193 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
