2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 485 kg more than 1965 Nissan President.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Kia | Nissan |
Model | Sorento | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |