2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
