2000 Kia Retona vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 350 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Retona | Jeep |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |