2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,546 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac GTO. (256 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 345 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Kia | Pontiac |
Model | Sorento | GTO |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 67 L |