1985 Holden Commodore vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Holden Commodore (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 299 kg more than 1985 Holden Commodore.
Because 1985 Holden Commodore 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 1985 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Holden Commodore (232 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Holden Commodore | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Holden | Kia |
Model | Commodore | Rio |
Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |