1980 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 948 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Renault 5. 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Renault 5 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 5 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
