2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 640 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2590 mm |