1996 Kia Retona vs. 1971 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1996 Kia Retona is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1996 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1996 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Kia Retona weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Because 1996 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Kia Retona | 1971 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
