1989 Buick Riviera vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 22 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Riviera weights approximately 431 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Buick Riviera | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Riviera | Rio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
