1984 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Phoenix weights approximately 250 kg more than 2010 Kia Picanto. 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, 1984 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Pontiac Phoenix | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Pontiac | Kia |
| Model | Phoenix | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2471 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
