2007 Kia Rio vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Pulsar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Pulsar would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Kia Rio. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 20 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rio. (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
