1986 Holden Drover vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 154 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Drover | Rio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
