1993 Ford Probe vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 620 kg more than 1993 Ford Probe.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Probe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Probe. (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Probe | 1999 Kia Retona | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Probe | Retona |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2183 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |