2000 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2000 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
