2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Tempo 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 50 more horse power than 1986 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 180 kg more than 1986 Ford Tempo. 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 1986 Ford Tempo. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
Make | Kia | Ford |
Model | Sorento | Tempo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |