2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta 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 63 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. 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 1986 Lancia Delta. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Delta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2480 mm |
