2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 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 158 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
