1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 19 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 161 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.
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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Skylark | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 79 L |
