1977 Buick Estate vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 119 kg more than 1977 Buick Estate.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Estate. 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, 1977 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Buick | Kia |
Model | Estate | Sorento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |