1980 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1980 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 200 kg more than 1980 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, 2005 Kia Rio (141 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
