2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2088 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |