2005 Kia Retona vs. 1992 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Blizzard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Blizzard would be higher. At 2,444 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Retona (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (76 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Blizzard. (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Retona | 1992 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2210 mm |
