2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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 103 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 890 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
