2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1980 Lada 2105
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lada 2105. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lada 2105 would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1980 Lada 2105. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Lada 2105. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 955 kg more than 1980 Lada 2105. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lada 2105. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (314 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lada 2105. (118 Nm). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lada 2105.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1980 Lada 2105 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | 2105 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
