2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Lancia Prisma 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 116 more horse power than 1987 Lancia Prisma. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Lancia Prisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 920 kg more than 1987 Lancia Prisma. 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 1987 Lancia Prisma. (105 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Lancia Prisma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1987 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Prisma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
