1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2009 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Riviera weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Buick Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd, 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Riviera | 2009 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6595 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |