1978 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Accord | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
