2008 Kia Rio vs. 1986 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Corolla (123 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 163 kg more than 1986 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1986 Toyota Corolla 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 1986 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1986 Toyota Corolla (142 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1986 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
