2004 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Camry (129 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1992 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Camry |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2630 mm |
