1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 697 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Dodge Shadow. 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Dodge Shadow. (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Shadow | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |