2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia 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 85 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 870 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
