1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 258 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
