2004 Kia Retona vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 850 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Rover 400. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Retona | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |
