1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 395 kg more than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Camaro | Sorento |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |