1982 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Kia Rio
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio. 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, 1982 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Accord | 1999 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2420 mm |
