1995 Kia Retona vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 900 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Corolla |
Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |