2001 Kia Retona vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 880 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
