2002 Kia Rio vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2002 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2002 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 537 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 1987 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Toyota Supra (259 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Rio. (113 Nm). This means 1987 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Rio | 1987 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Supra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2730 mm |
