2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1974 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 204 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 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1974 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1191 kg more than 1974 Peugeot 204. 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 1974 Peugeot 204. 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 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1974 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Kia | Peugeot |
| Model | Sorento | 204 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
