2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (260 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 287 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile 442 (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile 442 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
| Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Sorento | 442 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 7467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2017 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
