1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1986 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1986 Honda Prelude. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 348 kg more than 1986 Honda Prelude. 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, 1996 Buick Skylark (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Prelude. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Skylark | 1986 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Skylark | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3130 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 61 L |
