1996 Kia Retona vs. 2002 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 2002 Mazda Laputa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Kia Retona 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 38 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Laputa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2002 Mazda Laputa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Laputa. 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Laputa. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Laputa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 2002 Mazda Laputa | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | Laputa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2370 mm |
