2005 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Honda Integra
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Honda Integra. (106 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Integra weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio.
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, 1990 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1990 Honda Integra | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Rio | Integra |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 944 kg | 1010 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |