2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1990 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 554 kg more than 1990 Plymouth Colt. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1990 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Sorento | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 995 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2400 mm |
