2009 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 81 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 498 kg more than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1989 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Rio | 1989 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Rio | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
