1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Mustang weights approximately 89 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1983 Ford Mustang 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 1983 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Mustang | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | RIO |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
