1999 Kia Rio vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Rio weights approximately 250 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
