1971 Nissan Skyline vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 609 kg more than 1971 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Skyline | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Skyline | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
