2006 Kia Sorento vs. 1985 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 2006 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru 1.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru 1.8 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru 1.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sorento weights approximately 974 kg more than 1985 Subaru 1.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Kia Sorento (294 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru 1.8. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru 1.8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sorento | 1985 Subaru 1.8 | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | 1.8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |