2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo 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 72 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (120 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 840 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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 1981 Mazda Cosmo. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Kia Sorento | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |