1995 Kia Retona vs. 1990 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Legacy (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 630 kg more than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Legacy. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1990 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1820 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |