1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 880 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Comodoro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2470 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2000 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
