2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 878 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 911. (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Kia | Porsche |
Model | Sorento | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1122 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |