1992 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 428 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 1992 Honda Civic (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Civic | Rio |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |