1979 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Longchamp | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | De Tomaso | Kia |
Model | Longchamp | Sorento |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |