1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (237 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 389 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (402 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
Model | 500 | Rio |
Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4972 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |