2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2390 mm |
