2007 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 188 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.
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 Pontiac Grand Am (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1990 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Rio | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
