2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Corona. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1193 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corona. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corona |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1857 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
