1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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 1973 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Valiant | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
