1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2008 Kia Carens
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Riviera (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
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, 1989 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Riviera | 2008 Kia Carens | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Riviera | Carens |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |