2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1037 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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 (302 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 990 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
