2000 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Kia Rio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Frontera weights approximately 714 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 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera 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, 1994 Opel Frontera (171 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Rio | 1994 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Rio | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2470 mm |
