2005 Kia Retona vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 675 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Silvia. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2440 mm |
