1972 Buick GS vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. 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 1972 Buick GS. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento. 2003 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1972 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1972 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Buick GS | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | GS | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |