2012 Kia Sorento vs. 1981 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2012 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sorento (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sorento weights approximately 804 kg more than 1981 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2012 Kia Sorento (229 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Stanza. (142 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Sorento | 1981 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Kia | Nissan |
| Model | Sorento | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1744 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1709 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2480 mm |
