1999 Kia Retona vs. 1982 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 800 kg more than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1999 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Nissan Laurel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Laurel. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Retona | 1982 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
