1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2000 Kia Rio
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 915 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.
Because 1993 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2000 Kia Rio | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Roadmaster | Rio |
Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2420 mm |