2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Renault 4
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 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 4 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 104 more horse power than 1975 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1975 Renault 4. 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 1975 Renault 4. 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Sorento | 1975 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sorento | 4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2056 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
