2005 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Lada 2104
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lada 2104 would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1989 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lada 2104 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
Because 1989 Lada 2104 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 1989 Lada 2104. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Rio (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1989 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Rio | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2430 mm |
