1983 Ford Fairlane vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (131 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 288 kg more than 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 1983 Ford Fairlane. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Fairlane | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fairlane | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
