1984 Toyota Camry vs. 2011 Kia Rio

To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Camry weights approximately 7 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.

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, 2011 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Toyota Camry 2011 Kia Rio
Make Toyota Kia
Model Camry Rio
Year Released 1984 2011
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1832 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1073 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4239 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2499 mm


 

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