2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona 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 98 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 1970 Toyota Corona. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Sorento | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corona |
Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1707 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |