2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1986 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1986 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Kia Sorento (307 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Stanza. (145 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1986 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1986 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
