2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (102 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 902 kg more than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda Cosmo. (167 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1981 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Kia | Mazda |
Model | Sorento | Cosmo |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2620 mm |