1989 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 195 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.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri. 2010 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Capri has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Capri will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Capri | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |