1997 Kia Retona vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1997 Kia Retona is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1997 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Retona weights approximately 550 kg more than 1975 Nissan Cedric.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Kia Retona. (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Kia Retona | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2700 mm |
