2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 935 kg more than 1984 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1984 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Delta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
