2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 (264 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 621 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
Make | Kia | Oldsmobile |
Model | Sorento | Jetfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3531 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 71.1 mm |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1918 kg | 1297 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |