1996 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 685 kg more than 1993 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Retona | 200 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
