1981 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1981 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Civic. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Honda Civic | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1333 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
