2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Reliant Scimitar 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 57 more horse power than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (135 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 605 kg more than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Reliant Scimitar. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1982 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sorento | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 27 L |
