2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1074 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (192 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1944 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
