1988 Buick Skylark vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Buick Skylark. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Skylark | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Sportage |
Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3331 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |