1997 Kia Retona vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Retona 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 1997 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Kia Retona | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Retona | 1400 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2310 mm |