2006 Kia Cerato vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Kia Cerato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (267 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Kia Cerato. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Cerato weights approximately 228 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1988 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 1988 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Cerato, 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (358 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Cerato. (143 Nm). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Cerato.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Cerato | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Cerato | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
