1969 Buick GS vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | GS | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1999 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
