1990 Bentley Turbo vs. 2008 Kia Cerato

To start off, 2008 Kia Cerato is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Bentley Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Bentley Turbo would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Bentley Turbo (316 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Kia Cerato. (110 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Cerato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1086 kg more than 2008 Kia Cerato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Bentley Turbo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Bentley Turbo (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 604 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Cerato. (146 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Cerato.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Bentley Turbo 2008 Kia Cerato
Make Bentley Kia
Model Turbo Cerato
Year Released 1990 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6750 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 316 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 750 Nm 146 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.1 mm 76.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.1 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2410 kg 1324 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2620 mm


 

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