2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lada Niva would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1982 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 399 kg more than 1982 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lada Niva. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1982 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1982 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1982 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1150 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
