1995 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 62 kg more than 1995 Kia Retona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Mercury Monterey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona. 1970 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1995 Kia Retona has manual transmission. 1995 Kia Retona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3160 mm |
