2004 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 2004 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser 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 59 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm). This means 2004 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sorento | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sorento | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
