1995 Kia Retona vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today 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 43 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Honda Today. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today 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. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Retona | Today |
Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |