1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 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 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |