1986 Ford Telstar vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Telstar would be higher. Both 1986 Ford Telstar and 2000 Kia Retona are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 840 kg more than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Telstar. (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Telstar | 2000 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Telstar | Retona |
Year Released | 1986 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 159 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |