1991 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,154 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Kia RIO. (136 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia RIO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Accord weights approximately 314 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.
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, 1991 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Accord | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | RIO |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2154 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
