2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 265 kg more than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Sorento has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Sorento will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Kia Sorento | 1982 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |