1988 Toyota Supra vs. 2010 Kia Rio

To start off, 2010 Kia Rio 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (232 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Supra weights approximately 444 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 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 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (351 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Toyota Supra 2010 Kia Rio
Make Toyota Kia
Model Supra Rio
Year Released 1988 2010
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2952 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 232 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1106 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4026 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1694 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2499 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 45 L


 

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