2002 Acura CL vs. 1989 Buick Skylark
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,344 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (160 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 304 kg more than 1989 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, 2002 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1989 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | CL | Skylark |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1276 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
