1979 Isuzu Florian vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Isuzu Florian (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 845 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Florian. (147 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Florian | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Florian | Retona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |