1990 Dodge Spirit vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Spirit (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 554 kg more than 1990 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1990 Dodge Spirit (294 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Dodge Spirit | 1995 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Spirit | Retona |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |