1996 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Buick Skylark. (155 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Skylark weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Skylark. (252 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Skylark | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Skylark | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3130 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 70 L |