1995 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Kia Rio
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 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 (184 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Accord | 2002 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Rio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 71.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
