1990 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 51 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Corsair | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Corsair | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
