2004 Kia Retona vs. 1983 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 910 kg more than 1983 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1983 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Retona | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
