1995 Kia Retona vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 133 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. 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, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora 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 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Retona | Aurora |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 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 | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
