1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (350 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Mustang. 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, 1996 Ford Mustang (556 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Mustang | Retona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
