2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 769 kg more than 1968 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 (320 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 780 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
