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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 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 1168 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 (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). 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 | 2351 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |