2001 Kia Retona vs. 1971 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Mercury Cougar.
Because 2001 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Retona | 1971 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Retona | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
