2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
