2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 567 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sorento | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2087 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
