1990 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 780 kg more than 1990 Audi 100.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1998 Kia Retona | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 100 | Retona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2370 mm |