1979 Buick Century vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 286 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio, 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Buick Century | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Century | Rio |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2420 mm |
