2009 Kia Rio vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 373 kg more than 1992 Toyota Carina.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Rio | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1508 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |