1983 Buick LeSabre vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 665 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Buick LeSabre 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 1983 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1983 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Buick LeSabre | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Rio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |
