1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (262 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 477 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Dodge Monaco. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Dodge Monaco | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Monaco | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
