2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Holden Commodore. (78 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 830 kg more than 1983 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Commodore. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1983 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Kia | Holden |
| Model | Sorento | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1891 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |
