1992 Buick Regal vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Buick Regal would be higher. At 2,844 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Regal (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Regal weights approximately 247 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, 1992 Buick Regal (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Regal | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Regal | Rio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2844 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 298 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 | 1340 kg | 1093 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2570 mm |
