2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1975 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Sunny. (79 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1975 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2350 mm |
