1998 Kia Retona vs. 1996 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elan (163 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 850 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lotus Elan. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lotus Elan. (204 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Retona | 1996 Lotus Elan | |
Make | Kia | Lotus |
Model | Retona | Elan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2260 mm |