2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1984 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 (294 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Sunny. (122 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1984 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Sunny |
Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 1486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 122 Nm |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |