1970 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Kia Retona
To start off, 1999 Kia Retona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1999 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Retona weights approximately 120 kg more than 1970 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jensen | Kia |
| Model | Interceptor | Retona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
