1982 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2004 Kia Rio
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 540 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Ford Crown Victoria 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 1982 Ford Crown Victoria. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1982 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Ford Crown Victoria | 2004 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Crown Victoria | Rio |
Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 141 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |