1987 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2008 Kia Sportage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 41 kg more than 1987 Buick Riviera.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sportage. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sportage. 1987 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2008 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2008 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Riviera | 2008 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Sportage |
Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |