2002 Kia Retona vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 917 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Retona | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Retona | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
