1979 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Rio weights approximately 216 kg more than 1979 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, 2010 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 2010 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4026 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |