2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1988 Lada 2104
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada 2104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada 2104 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1988 Lada 2104. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada 2104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1046 kg more than 1988 Lada 2104. 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 1988 Lada 2104. 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 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada 2104. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada 2104.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 1988 Lada 2104 | |
| Make | Kia | Lada |
| Model | Sorento | 2104 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
