1968 AMC AMX vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 679 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 AMC AMX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AMC | Kia |
Model | AMX | Sorento |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |