1981 Ferrari 208 vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2010 Kia Borrego.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 208. 2010 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 208 | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Ferrari | Kia |
Model | 208 | Borrego |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |