2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1129 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corsa. 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 (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1978 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
