1993 Nissan Laurel vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Laurel (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 257 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan Laurel is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Laurel (179 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Nissan Laurel | 2008 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Laurel | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2825 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
