1988 Opel Vectra vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Opel Vectra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Vectra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Opel | Kia |
| Model | Vectra | RIO |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
