1996 Kia Retona vs. 1989 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 695 kg more than 1989 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1989 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Kia Retona | 1989 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Retona | Esprit |
Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |