1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 18 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Skylark | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Rondo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |