1990 Honda NSX vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda NSX (270 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda NSX weights approximately 285 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.
Because 1990 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Honda NSX (285 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio. 2007 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1990 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda NSX | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | NSX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
