2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Porsche 924
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 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 22 more horse power than 1978 Porsche 924. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Porsche 924. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1978 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 924 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
