1986 Nissan Micra vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 492 kg more than 1986 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Kia Rio (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Micra. 2009 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1986 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 1986 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Micra | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Micra | Rio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2420 mm |
