2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 TVR 420
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 TVR 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 TVR 420 would be higher. At 4,225 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 TVR 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 TVR 420 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 TVR 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 830 kg more than 1987 TVR 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 TVR 420 (393 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 TVR 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1987 TVR 420 | |
| Make | Kia | TVR |
| Model | Sorento | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 4225 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
