2009 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,835 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (129 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 73 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1988 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Rio | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1519 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
