1985 AC Cobra vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | Cobra | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
