1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 3,032 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 555 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Holden Monaro. 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Monaro | Retona |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3032 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
