1987 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 354 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | 300 ZX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2499 mm |
