1998 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 205 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 975 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Peugeot 205. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Kia Retona | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 205 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.9 mm |
| 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 | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
