1968 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 685 kg more than 1968 Dodge Dart.

Because 2010 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Sorento.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Dodge Dart 2010 Kia Sorento
Make Dodge Kia
Model Dart Sorento
Year Released 1968 2010
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4492 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 190 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92.2 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.1 mm 96 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 17.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 2065 kg
Vehicle Length 4970 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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