1966 Nissan President vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 184 kg more than 1966 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Nissan President | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | President | Sorento |
Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |