1995 Kia Retona vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Porsche 930. 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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Retona | 930 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
