2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant 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 50 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Galant |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |