1971 Chrysler Newport vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 75 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Newport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler Newport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1971 Chrysler Newport (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Newport | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Newport | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
