2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 616 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 183 more horse power than 1974 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 373 kg more than 1974 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 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 1974 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 616 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
