1979 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1979 Honda Civic. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1979 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Civic. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Civic | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 192 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
