1996 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Kia Retona 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Kia Subaru
Model Retona Legacy
Year Released 1996 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 90 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1870 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1410 mm


 

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