1983 Dodge Charger vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 820 kg more than 1983 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Charger | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Charger | Retona |
Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2370 mm |