1979 Buick Century vs. 1996 Kia Retona
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 440 kg more than 1979 Buick Century.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Century. 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1996 Kia Retona | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Century | Retona |
Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 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 | 218 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 |