1978 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 442 kg more than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1978 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 2027 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |