1989 Buick Skylark vs. 1997 Kia Capital
To start off, 1997 Kia Capital is newer by 8 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Kia Capital. (114 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Capital. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Capital weights approximately 131 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Capital. (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Capital. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 1997 Kia Capital has manual transmission. 1997 Kia Capital will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 1997 Kia Capital | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Capital |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |