1995 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Proton 300
To start off, 1998 Proton 300 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 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 15 more horse power than 1998 Proton 300. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 832 kg more than 1998 Proton 300. 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 1998 Proton 300. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton 300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1998 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Kia | Proton |
| Model | Retona | 300 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
