1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Kia Soul
To start off, 2011 Kia Soul is newer by 21 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 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Soul (122 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Skylark weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 Kia Soul.
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, 1990 Buick Skylark (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Soul. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Soul. 1990 Buick Skylark has automatic transmission and 2011 Kia Soul has manual transmission. 2011 Kia Soul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Skylark | 2011 Kia Soul | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Soul |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |