1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 49 kg more than 2012 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Rio. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Porsche | Kia |
| Model | 911 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1455 mm |
