1970 Chrysler Newport 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 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 630 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 Chrysler Newport. 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 Chrysler Newport (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chrysler | Kia |
| Model | Newport | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
