1996 Chrysler Viper vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chrysler Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chrysler Viper would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Chrysler Viper.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chrysler Viper | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Viper | Retona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
