2008 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Mazda 626
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 33 kg more than 1991 Mazda 626. 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 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (132 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1991 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Rio | 626 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.4 mm | 77 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1153 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
