1993 Holden Barina vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1993 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1993 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Holden Barina. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Holden Barina. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Holden Barina | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Barina | Retona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
