2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 163 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (99 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 430 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |