1978 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (108 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Mustang weights approximately 81 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Mustang 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 1978 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1978 Ford Mustang (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Ford Mustang | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Rio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2420 mm |
