2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 520 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Kia | Talbot |
Model | Sorento | Tagora |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |