2009 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 219 kg more than 1984 Porsche 930.
Because 1984 Porsche 930 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 1984 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1984 Porsche 930 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1984 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Rio | 930 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |