2004 Kia Retona vs. 1984 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 505 (107 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 570 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Peugeot 505. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1984 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Retona | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2910 mm |
