2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 286 kg more than 1969 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Century |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
