1989 Toyota Model F vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1989 Toyota Model F. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Toyota Model F | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Model F | Potentia |
Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 87.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |