2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia 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 95 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 963 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (295 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Silvia |
Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 147 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2350 mm |