2010 Kia Rio vs. 1985 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2010 Kia Rio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Toyota Soarer (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 74 kg more than 2010 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Kia Rio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Toyota Soarer (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Rio. 1985 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2010 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2010 Kia Rio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Kia Rio | 1985 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Rio | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1106 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4026 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
