1994 Volkswagen Parati vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Parati. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Parati would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 364 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. 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, 2013 Kia Forte (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Parati. (150 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Parati.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Volkswagen Parati | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Kia |
| Model | Parati | Forte |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1339 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2650 mm |
