2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1062 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2027 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
