2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corolla 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 135 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (57 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 1977 Toyota Corolla. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1977 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corolla |
Year Released | 2003 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |