1995 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 790 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.

Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (137 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 1992 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Kia Retona 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Kia Toyota
Model Retona Camry
Year Released 1995 1992
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 86 mm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2560 mm


 

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