2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1968 Plymouth VIP
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth VIP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth VIP would be higher. At 5,208 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth VIP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Plymouth VIP. (230 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1968 Plymouth VIP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth VIP weights approximately 362 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Plymouth VIP. 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, 1968 Plymouth VIP (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth VIP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1968 Plymouth VIP | |
Make | Kia | Plymouth |
Model | Sorento | VIP |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3342 cc | 5208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |