1984 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Mustang weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 1984 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 1984 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1984 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Rio |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |