2008 Kia Rio vs. 1991 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Camry (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Rio weights approximately 84 kg more than 1991 Toyota Camry.
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 Toyota Camry (171 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 1991 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
