1996 Kia Retona vs. 1990 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault Espace would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Espace (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 670 kg more than 1990 Renault Espace.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Espace. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1990 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Retona | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
