1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 52 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte. 1987 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2013 Kia Forte has manual transmission. 2013 Kia Forte will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Skylark | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Skylark | Forte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
