2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Renault 15
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 15 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 (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1975 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1975 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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 15. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1975 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 15 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
