1987 Renault Super 5 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 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 134 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Renault Super 5 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Renault | Kia |
Model | Super 5 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1707 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1709 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |