1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chrysler Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1974 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Charger | 2004 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Charger | Retona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
