1999 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 28 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
