2001 Kia Retona vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 800 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Carina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2520 mm |
