1989 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1989 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 517 kg more than 1989 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Mustang. (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Mustang | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2700 mm |