1997 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Lada Samara
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Lada Samara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1993 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 950 kg more than 1993 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Lada Samara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Kia Retona (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1993 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Retona | Samara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
