1987 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Civic (130 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Rio weights approximately 228 kg more than 1987 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, 2011 Kia Rio (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Honda Civic. (143 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Honda Civic. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1987 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1987 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Honda Civic | 2011 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1128 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4016 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2499 mm |