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 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 5 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 kg more than 1981 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). 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 | 2496 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1050 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
