2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Mazda 626
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 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 50 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 880 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1987 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sorento | 626 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
