1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (132 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
