1989 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2003 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 800 kg more than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corsica | 2003 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Corsica | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
