1995 Kia Retona vs. 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 9 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, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 760 kg more than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
