2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 465 kg more than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Plymouth Barracuda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sorento | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
