1996 Buick Skylark vs. 1991 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Buick Skylark is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord 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 7 more horse power than 1991 Honda Accord. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 87 kg more than 1996 Buick Skylark.
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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Accord. 1996 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 1991 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 2154 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |