1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2006 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 17 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 43 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 806 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Cerato has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Cerato 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 | 2006 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Cerato |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |