2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo 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 12 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sorento | Sapporo |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |