2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (143 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1986 Renault 21. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1986 Renault 21. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Renault 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (184 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault 21. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1986 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2178 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
