1990 Audi 80 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1990 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Audi | Kia |
| Model | 80 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
