1997 Nissan Crew vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Crew. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Crew would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Crew is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Crew weights approximately 61 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
Because 1997 Nissan Crew is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Nissan Crew. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan Crew (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia RIO. (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Crew will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia RIO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Crew | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Crew | RIO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
