1971 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 490 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Belmont | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Belmont | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
