2009 Kia Rio vs. 1983 Pontiac Phoenix
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 44 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix.
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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Rio | Phoenix |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |