1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 2002 Kia Retona
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Mirada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Mirada would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 172 kg more than 1979 Dodge Mirada.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Dodge Mirada. 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Mirada | 2002 Kia Retona | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Mirada | Retona |
Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2370 mm |