2005 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 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, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Rio | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Corrado |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |