2008 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Peugeot 309. (91 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1990 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 263 kg more than 1990 Peugeot 309. 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 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Rio | 309 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 73 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
