2002 Kia Rio vs. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster weights approximately 595 kg more than 2002 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster 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, 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster (238 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1976 Plymouth Trail Duster | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Rio | Trail Duster |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 238 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2700 mm |
