1976 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (188 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 GMC Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 GMC Suburban weights approximately 501 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento.
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, 2013 Kia Sorento (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 GMC Suburban | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | GMC | Kia |
| Model | Suburban | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |
