1990 Buick LeSabre vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick LeSabre (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 574 kg more than 2000 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, 1990 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm). This means 1990 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick LeSabre | 2000 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | LeSabre | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
