2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 189 kg more than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1969 Toyota Century | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |