1995 Kia Retona vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Kia Retona 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 1 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | 626 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2620 mm |
