1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V.
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, 2008 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |