1979 Buick Regal vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Regal (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Regal weights approximately 570 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Regal 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 Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Regal (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 1999 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Rio |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2420 mm |