1965 Buick Riviera vs. 2000 Kia Clarus
To start off, 2000 Kia Clarus is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Kia Clarus. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Clarus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 666 kg more than 2000 Kia Clarus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Buick Riviera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Clarus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Clarus. (170 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Clarus.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 2000 Kia Clarus | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Clarus |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 170 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |