1977 Toyota Celica vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 774 kg more than 1977 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Celica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Toyota Celica | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Celica | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
