1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 325 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 739 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corvette | RIO |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5727 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 641 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 906 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1455 mm |
