2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Stratos 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 5 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Stratos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Lancia Stratos. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1978 Lancia Stratos | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Stratos |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2419 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |