1977 Buick Regal vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Regal | Sorento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |