2000 Kia Rio vs. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 735 kg more than 2000 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Kia Rio 1986 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Kia Toyota
Model Rio Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 1986
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1343 cc 2445 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 121 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 925 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4220 mm 4070 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1920 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2320 mm


 

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