1989 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Accord | 2007 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Accord | Rio |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1955 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78.1 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1198 kg | 1064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |