2005 Kia Rio vs. 1994 Mazda 323
To start off, 2005 Kia Rio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 323 (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda 323 weights approximately 140 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 323 (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Rio | 1994 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 323 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2620 mm |
