1983 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LN | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 2000 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |