1990 Buick Skylark vs. 1998 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1998 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CR-V (128 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda CR-V weights approximately 305 kg more than 1990 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda CR-V 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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CR-V. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 1998 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 1998 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
