1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio.
Because 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 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 Mercedes-Benz 190. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mercedes-Benz 190 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Kia |
| Model | 190 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
