2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lada Samara 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 (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1991 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1061 kg more than 1991 Lada Samara. 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 1991 Lada Samara. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Samara. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | Samara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
