2004 Kia Retona vs. 1968 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Kia Retona. 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 1968 Mercury Montclair. 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, 1968 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Retona | 1968 Mercury Montclair | |
Make | Kia | Mercury |
Model | Retona | Montclair |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |