2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 172 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 435 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 1970 Toyota Corolla. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (118 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1970 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1970 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Kia Sorento | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Sorento | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |