1986 Hyundai Excel vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Hyundai Excel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Hyundai Excel would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Hyundai Excel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 747 kg more than 1986 Hyundai Excel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Hyundai Excel. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Hyundai Excel. 2011 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1986 Hyundai Excel has manual transmission. 1986 Hyundai Excel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Hyundai Excel | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Hyundai | Kia |
Model | Excel | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |