2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 63 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (80 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 411. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1083 kg more than 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 1970 Volkswagen 411. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volkswagen 411. (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volkswagen 411.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | 411 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
