2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Micra 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 80 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 790 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 1989 Nissan Micra. 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | Micra |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |