2005 Kia Retona vs. 1988 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (143 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 620 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Fiero.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 1988 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1988 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1988 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Retona | Fiero |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2380 mm |
