2007 Kia Sorento vs. 1990 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lancia Delta (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sorento. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 777 kg more than 1990 Lancia Delta.
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, 1990 Lancia Delta (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sorento. (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sorento. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1990 Lancia Delta has manual transmission. 1990 Lancia Delta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sorento | 1990 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Kia | Lancia |
Model | Sorento | Delta |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |