1981 Lancia Delta vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1981 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 579 kg more than 1981 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Lancia Delta | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Lancia | Kia |
Model | Delta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |