2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 5 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 159 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
