1995 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 465 kg more than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Retona | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
