1993 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 31 kg more than 2009 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Legend | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1519 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
