1987 Audi Coupe vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1987 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi Coupe | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | Coupe | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
