1970 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1995 Kia Retona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Chrysler Town & Country (414 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Town & Country | 1995 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Town & Country | Retona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2370 mm |
