1980 Holden Kingswood vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Kingswood weights approximately 85 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Kingswood. (221 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Kingswood | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Holden | Kia |
| Model | Kingswood | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
