2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Micra 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 143 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1985 Nissan Micra. 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1985 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Micra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |
