2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (150 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 687 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sorento | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 5210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1340 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
