1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Kia Optima
To start off, 2010 Kia Optima is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Kia Optima. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Optima weights approximately 425 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 Toyota Supra 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Optima, 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Optima. (229 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Optima. 2010 Kia Optima has automatic transmission and 1988 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1988 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Optima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Toyota Supra | 2010 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Supra | Optima |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
