2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 585 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1982 Lamborghini Countach (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Kia | Lamborghini |
| Model | Sorento | Countach |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
