2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 365 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |