1993 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Kia Rio
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 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 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 19 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4026 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
