2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 895 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 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 1984 Nissan Silvia. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
