1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 104 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Avanti | Kia |
Model | Avanti | Sorento |
Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |