2001 Kia Retona vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 115 kg more than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
