1970 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Kia Retona
To start off, 1998 Kia Retona is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Capri (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Retona weights approximately 767 kg more than 1970 Ford Capri.
Because 1998 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford Capri. 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, 1970 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Capri | 1998 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Retona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1103 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2370 mm |
