1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 26 kg more than 1996 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Chevrolet Astro | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Astro | Retona |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |