1989 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 200 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Audi 200.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Audi 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 200. (188 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 200 | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 200 | Retona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |
