1999 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1999 Kia Rio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Rio (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 205 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Rio | 1991 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Rio | Laser |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
