2008 Kia Rio vs. 1985 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Celica. (120 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Celica weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
Because 1985 Toyota Celica 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 1985 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1985 Toyota Celica (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1985 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
