1986 Ford Capri vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Capri 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 18 more horse power than 1986 Ford Capri. (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 860 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri. 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 1986 Ford Capri. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Capri. (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Capri | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Retona |
Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |