1992 Austin Montego vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Austin Montego. (79 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1992 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 720 kg more than 1992 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Austin Montego. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Austin Montego. (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Austin Montego | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Montego | Retona |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1150 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |