2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 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 59 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 616 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Kia | Reliant |
| Model | Sorento | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
