2008 Chevrolet Lacetti vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Kia Retona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Kia Retona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 625 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti. (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lacetti | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Lacetti | Retona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
