1983 Nissan Stanza vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 909 kg more than 1983 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Stanza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Stanza. (130 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Stanza. 2013 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Stanza has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Stanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Stanza | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Stanza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2700 mm |
