2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 117 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 495 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 505 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
