1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Optima (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 175 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima.
Because 1970 Buick Skylark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Buick Skylark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Optima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Skylark | 2012 Kia Optima | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Optima |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4844 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1831 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2797 mm |