1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 310 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Nova | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
