1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2007 Kia Opirus
To start off, 2007 Kia Opirus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Opirus (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Opirus should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Opirus weights approximately 702 kg more than 1990 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, 2007 Kia Opirus (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Opirus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2007 Kia Opirus | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Opirus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |