1995 Kia Retona vs. 1999 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 4 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 530 kg more than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Lybra. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Lybra. (165 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1999 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Retona | Lybra |
Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |