2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1495 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sorento | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2060 mm |
