1976 Ford Fairlane vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Fairlane (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 420 kg more than 1976 Ford Fairlane.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1976 Ford Fairlane (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Fairlane | 2002 Kia Retona | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Retona |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2370 mm |
