1986 Holden Astra 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 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Astra 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 20 more horse power than 1986 Holden Astra. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 975 kg more than 1986 Holden Astra. 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 Holden Astra. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Astra. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Astra | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Astra | Retona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
