1978 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 804 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Toyota Corona | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Toyota | Kia |
| Model | Corona | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
