2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra 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 67 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Acura Integra. 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 (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Kia | Acura |
| Model | Sorento | Integra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
