2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Renault 21
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 21 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 21 (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 655 kg more than 1990 Renault 21.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 21. (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1990 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 21 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1345 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
