1978 Buick Century vs. 2004 Kia Retona
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Buick Century. 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2004 Kia Retona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | Retona |
Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 1430 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |