1999 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont 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 24 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Kia Rio.
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, 1999 Kia Rio (143 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Rio | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
