2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corona. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 380 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corona |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
