2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1976 Subaru Rex
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Rex 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 163 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1976 Subaru Rex. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Rex. (38 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1976 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Rex |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1930 mm |
