1969 Holden Brougham vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Brougham (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 412 kg more than 1969 Holden Brougham.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1969 Holden Brougham (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona. 1969 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Brougham | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Brougham | Retona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
