2004 Kia Retona vs. 1970 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Carina (115 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Carina. 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, 2004 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Carina. (149 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1970 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Retona | Carina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
