2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 304 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 950 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 42 L |
