2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 965 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
