1977 Toyota Cressida vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 936 kg more than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 1977 Toyota Cressida. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Cressida | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Cressida | Sorento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |