2000 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Acura Integra
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Acura Integra (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 1989 Acura Integra (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1989 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Rio | Integra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4285 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
