2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 690 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (294 Nm). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
