1978 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic 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 122 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1066 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Civic | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1709 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2700 mm |
