1981 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Audi 80. (136 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 795 kg more than 1981 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 80. (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Audi 80 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Audi | Kia |
Model | 80 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |