1995 Kia Retona vs. 1998 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1998 Subaru Legacy 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, 1998 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1998 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Legacy |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |