1979 Buick Electra vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 1979 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1979 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Electra | Sorento |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2670 mm |