2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1966 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corona. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corona. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1966 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corona |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |