1995 Kia Retona vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 411 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. 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, 2012 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 2012 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Retona | Accord |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2799 mm |
