2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,270 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 780 kg more than 1970 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Kia | Mercury |
| Model | Sorento | Comet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
