2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 199 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Sorento | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 6545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1999 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
