1999 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Opel Senator
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Senator (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Senator weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1990 Opel Senator 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 1990 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1990 Opel Senator (275 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1990 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Senator |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2740 mm |
