2004 Kia Retona vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 2,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Opel Record is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 792 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Opel Record. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1967 Opel Record (223 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm). This means 1967 Opel Record will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Kia | Opel |
| Model | Retona | Record |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2670 mm |
