2009 Kia Rio vs. 1990 Volkswagen Quantum
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 Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 378 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Quantum.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Quantum 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 Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2560 mm |
