1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Kia Amanti
To start off, 2009 Kia Amanti is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Amanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Amanti (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Amanti should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 2009 Kia Amanti (261 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Skylark. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Amanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 2009 Kia Amanti | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Skylark | Amanti |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
