1982 Audi 80 vs. 2006 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1982 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1982 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Audi 80. 2006 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1982 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1982 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi 80 | 2006 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
