2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1967 Riley Kestrel
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Riley Kestrel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Riley Kestrel 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 (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1967 Riley Kestrel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 370 kg more than 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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 1967 Riley Kestrel. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Riley Kestrel. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Riley Kestrel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1967 Riley Kestrel | |
| Make | Kia | Riley |
| Model | Sorento | Kestrel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2380 mm |
