1974 Ford Capri vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 750 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri.
Because 2005 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 2005 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 2005 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Capri | Retona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2370 mm |
