1992 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1992 Ford Mustang. (105 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Ford Mustang. 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 1992 Ford Mustang. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Mustang. (183 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Mustang | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Ford | Kia |
Model | Mustang | Sorento |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |