1995 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1995 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 900 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1995 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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, 1995 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Kia Retona | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Retona | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2740 mm |