1993 Rover 800 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 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 451 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 Rover 800 (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 800 | 2010 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Rover | Kia |
| Model | 800 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1073 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4249 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
