2011 Kia Rio vs. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1989 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Rio | 1989 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Rio | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2499 mm | 2560 mm |
