1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Kia Sorento. (188 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Kia Sorento is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1989 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Sorento. (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Avanti | Kia |
| Model | Avanti | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2700 mm |
