2009 Kia Rio vs. 1988 Saab 9000
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Saab 9000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Saab 9000 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Saab 9000 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Saab 9000 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2009 Kia Rio. 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, 1988 Saab 9000 (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1988 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Kia | Saab |
| Model | Rio | 9000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
