2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1983 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Suzuki Alto would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 675 kg more than 1983 Suzuki Alto. 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 Suzuki Alto. 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 (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1983 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Kia | Suzuki |
| Model | Sorento | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2160 mm |
