1986 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 190 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic.
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, 1986 Honda Civic (142 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Rio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2420 mm |
