2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 625 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1375 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2910 mm |
