2003 Kia Retona vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2003 Kia Retona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Retona weights approximately 895 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Sprinter. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Retona | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |
