2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1964 Renault 8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
