1990 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,157 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1990 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Falcon weights approximately 241 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1990 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (235 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Falcon | 2013 Kia RIO | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Falcon | RIO |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3157 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4366 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |