1995 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 3 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 925 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2340 mm |
