1995 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Kia Visto
To start off, 2004 Kia Visto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Buick Riviera weights approximately 900 kg more than 2004 Kia Visto. 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Visto. (73 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 2004 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Riviera | Visto |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
