1986 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda 929 (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 431 kg more than 1986 Mazda 929.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mazda 929. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mazda 929. (259 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mazda 929 | 2009 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Mazda | Kia |
Model | 929 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |