2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lancia Dedra 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) has 154 more horse power than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Lancia Dedra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lancia Dedra. (129 Nm). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lancia Dedra. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1989 Lancia Dedra 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 | 1989 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Kia | Lancia |
| Model | Sorento | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 88 HP |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
