1975 Renault 30 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 30 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1975 Renault 30. (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 666 kg more than 1975 Renault 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Renault 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 30. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Renault 30 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 30 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 3295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |
