2004 Kia Retona vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 960 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
