1970 Dodge Challenger vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 454 kg more than 1970 Dodge Challenger.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Dodge Challenger. 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, 1970 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Challenger | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Challenger | Retona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
