2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. 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 1969 Porsche 914. 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Kia | Porsche |
| Model | Sorento | 914 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
