2009 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Rio (81 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Carina. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 428 kg more than 1984 Toyota Carina. 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, 1984 Toyota Carina (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1984 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
