1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2002 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 870 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2002 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Comodoro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
