1985 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford RS 200 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford RS 200 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1985 Ford RS 200 has manual transmission. 1985 Ford RS 200 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 Ford RS 200 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Ford | Kia |
| Model | RS 200 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1804 cc | 3340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 80 L |
