2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 950 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 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 (294 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
