1995 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Kia Rio
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 193 kg more than 2001 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, 1995 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2001 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
