2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 5 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 34 more horse power than 1981 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 815 kg more than 1981 Renault 5. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1981 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
