1986 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1986 Honda Civic. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1986 Honda Civic. 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 1986 Honda Civic. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Honda Civic. (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Honda Civic. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1986 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Civic | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2720 mm |
