2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet 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 128 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 930 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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 (294 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Violet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
