1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Dodge Aspen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Dodge Aspen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Dodge Aspen. (231 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Dodge Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Aspen | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Aspen | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
