1995 Kia Retona vs. 1971 Mazda 818
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 818. (80 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1971 Mazda 818. 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 1971 Mazda 818. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 818. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1971 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Retona | 818 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2290 mm |
