2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corona. (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Sorento | 1979 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corona |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |