2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo 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 143 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Kia | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sorento | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 35 L |
