1988 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1988 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 285 kg more than 1988 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Civic. 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 (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Civic | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
