2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Subaru Coupe 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 71 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 1984 Subaru Coupe has automatic transmission and 2003 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2003 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Kia Sorento | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Coupe |
Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2470 mm |