1984 Nissan Santana vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 1984 Nissan Santana. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Nissan Santana | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Santana | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2720 mm |
