1990 Buick Skylark vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (191 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Buick Skylark. (110 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 549 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Buick Skylark. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Skylark | Sorento |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1744 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |