2000 Kia Retona vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 2000 Kia Retona is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Opel Astra would be higher. Both 2000 Kia Retona and 1991 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Opel Astra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Retona weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
Because 2000 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (169 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Kia Retona | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Astra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1991 |
| 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 | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2650 mm |
