1999 Kia Rio vs. 1987 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Celica (148 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Celica weights approximately 340 kg more than 1999 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, 1987 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1987 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
