1991 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Buick Riviera (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Kia Soul. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Soul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Buick Riviera weights approximately 334 kg more than 2010 Kia Soul. 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, 1991 Buick Riviera (285 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Soul. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Soul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Riviera | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Riviera | Soul |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
