1989 Ford Capri vs. 2004 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 780 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2004 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |