1989 Buick Skylark vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 21 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 49 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i20.
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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai i20. 1989 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2010 Hyundai i20 has manual transmission. 2010 Hyundai i20 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.
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1989 Buick Skylark | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Skylark | i20 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2525 mm |