2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1496 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | Chante |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
