2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Sorento | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
