2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sorento | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
