1970 Buick GS vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 426 kg more than 1970 Buick GS.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1970 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick GS | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | GS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |