2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 309. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 309. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 309. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 309. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 309 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 870 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
