1992 Honda CRX vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda CRX would be higher. Both 1992 Honda CRX and 2005 Kia Rio are equipped with a 1,590 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Rio weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, both vehicles can yield 141 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | CRX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
