2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida 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 126 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (66 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 693 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 1980 Toyota Cressida. 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 (295 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Cressida. (132 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
