1996 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 950 kg more than 1983 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1983 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
