2004 Kia Retona vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2004 Kia Retona is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Retona weights approximately 405 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 2004 Kia Retona is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Retona | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Retona | Volare |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
