1987 Audi 200 vs. 2000 Kia Retona
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 200. 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, 1987 Audi 200 (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 2000 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2370 mm |
