1986 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Ford Mustang. (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 138 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio.
Because 1986 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 1986 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Rio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
