1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 20 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, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 79 kg more than 2010 Honda Stream.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2010 Honda Stream 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 | 2010 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Stream |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |