2000 Kia Retona vs. 1990 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1990 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1990 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Kia Retona | 1990 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Kia | Opel |
Model | Retona | Corsa |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2350 mm |