1999 Kia Retona vs. 1995 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Opel Frontera would be higher. Both 1999 Kia Retona and 1995 Opel Frontera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Opel Frontera (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 231 kg more than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Frontera. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Kia Retona | 1995 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Retona | Frontera |
Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |