1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 785 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Centurion | Sorento |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |