1971 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 371 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jaguar E-Type | 1996 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Jaguar | Kia |
| Model | E-Type | Retona |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2370 mm |
