1983 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Suburban.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 309 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |