1995 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Suzuki Samurai 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 22 more horse power than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 940 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1992 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Retona | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2490 mm |
