2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 230 kg more than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
