1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 821 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | 600 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
