2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 912 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 105 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 912. (87 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 730 kg more than 1977 Porsche 912. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 912. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
