1970 Chrysler New Yorker 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 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 68 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | New Yorker | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2088 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
