2007 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Porsche 944
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 944 (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 944 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Porsche 944 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 Porsche 944. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1988 Porsche 944 (281 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1988 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Rio | 944 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2390 mm |
