1996 Ford Tracer 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 Ford Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Tracer would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 904 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Tracer | Retona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
