2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Morris Marina
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Morris Marina would be higher. At 3,340 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1975 Morris Marina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Morris Marina.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Kia Sorento (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Morris Marina. (95 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Morris Marina. 2008 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1975 Morris Marina has manual transmission. 1975 Morris Marina 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1975 Morris Marina | |
Make | Kia | Morris |
Model | Sorento | Marina |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 1275 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 52 L |