1987 Chrysler Conquest vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chrysler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chrysler Conquest would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 183 kg more than 1987 Chrysler Conquest.
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, 1987 Chrysler Conquest (318 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chrysler Conquest | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Conquest | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1508 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2420 mm |
