2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1972 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
