1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Vega | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
