2001 Kia Rio vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Camry weights approximately 620 kg more than 2001 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, 1992 Toyota Camry (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
