2005 Kia Retona vs. 1986 Rover 825i
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rover 825i. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rover 825i would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Rover 825i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Rover 825i (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Rover 825i should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 514 kg more than 1986 Rover 825i.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Rover 825i. 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, 1986 Rover 825i (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Rover 825i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1986 Rover 825i | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Retona | 825i |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
