1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1323 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Fiesta | Sorento |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 957 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 2088 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 |