2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 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 (295 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
