1970 Buick GS vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Kia Forte. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick GS weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Buick GS 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 1970 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte, 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1970 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick GS | 2012 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | GS | Forte |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2649 mm |
