1974 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 502 kg more than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1974 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5734 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2087 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |