2009 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 163 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
Model | Rio | Passat |
Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.3 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |