2007 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 158 kg more than 1991 Toyota Carina. 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, 1991 Toyota Carina (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1991 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
