1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Dodge Daytona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 864 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Dodge Daytona | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Daytona | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |