1985 Alpine V6 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 405 kg more than 1985 Alpine V6.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alpine V6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alpine V6. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Alpine | Kia |
| Model | V6 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
